Gold prices have climbed to a six and a half month peak, moving closer to the key $US1,300 an ounce level, as concerns about economic slowdown gripped global markets and fuelled demand for safe-haven bullion.

Gold prices have climbed to a six and a half month peak, moving closer to the key $US1,300 an ounce level, as concerns about economic slowdown gripped global markets and fuelled demand for safe-haven bullion.